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Problem
Cannot close the lid.
Cannot play discs.
Tracks on disc do not play
in order, starting with the
first track.
Cannot hear music—too
noisy.
TV picture is distorted.
Radio reception is noisy.
No reception.
The FM frequency range is
different.
Troubleshooting Guide
Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of
the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem:
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262,
or e-mail [email protected], or web site (http://www.
panasonic.com).
In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-
5505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to
you.
Check this
Is the disc properly secured in place?
≥
Is the unit in HOLD mode?
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Is the disc properly secured in place?
≥
Is the disc dirty or scratched?
≥
Is there condensation on the lens?
(Wait for about an hour and then try again.)
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Is the random play mode on?
≥
Did you stop play in the middle of the disc last
time?
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Are the headphones/earphones and wired remote
control plugs inserted all the way?
≥
Are the plugs dirty? (Wipe away dirt on plug.)
≥
Separate the unit from mobile phones.
Are you using the unit too near a TV or tuner?
(Keep the unit away from the TV or tuner.)
Has the frequency step been set for your area?
Specifications
CD SECTION
∫
Audio
No. of channels: 2 (left and right, stereo)
Frequency response:
20 to 20,000 Hz
(
i
0 dB to
j
8 dB)
DA converter:
1 bit, MASH
Headphone
output level: RMS max. 6 mW
i
6 mW/
16
≠
(adjustable)
∫
Pickup
Light source:
Semiconductor laser
Wavelength:
780 nm
RADIO SECTION
∫
Frequency
Radio frequency:
FM;
87.90–107.90 MHz
(0.20 MHz steps)
87.50–108.00 MHz
(0.10 MHz/0.05 MHz steps)
AM;
520–1710 kHz
(10 kHz steps)
522–1629 kHz
(9 kHz steps)
GENERAL
Power supply:
DC 4.5 V with optional
AC adaptor RP-AC46
Dimensions (W
a
H
a
D):
131
a
27.4 (32.7
with AA batteries
)
a
135.7 mm
5
5
⁄
32
za
1
3
⁄
32
(1
9
⁄
32
)
za
5
11
⁄
32
z
Mass:
210
g
(7.4 oz.) (with AAA batteries)
234
g
(8.3 oz.) (with AA batteries)
187
g
(6.6 oz.) (without batteries)
Operational temperature
range:
0
o
C–40
o
C
(32
o
F–104
o
F)
Rechargeable temperature
range:
5
o
C–40
o
C
(41
o
F–104
o
F)
≥
Rechargeable batteries are optional.
≥
The play time may be less depending
on the operating conditions.
≥
Play time will be considerably reduced
when playing CD-RW.
Recharging time
P-3GAVA/2B
About 5 hours
HHR-4AHA/2B
About 5 hours
Note:
Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
Listening caution
Do not play your headphones or earphones at a high
volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous ex-
tended play.
If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume
or discontinue use.
Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may
create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
You should use extreme caution or temporarily discon-
tinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Even if your headphones or earphones are the open-air
type designed to let you hear outside sounds, don’t turn
up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s around
you.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “com-
fort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what
sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to
your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe
level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
≥
Start your volume control at a low setting.
≥
Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it com-
fortably and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
≥
Leave it there.
Cautions
EST. 1924
Play time:
[Approximate operating time in hours (in
hold mode with S-XBS canceled, at
25
o
C (77
o
F) on a flat, stable surface)]
∫
Care
To prevent battery damage, electrolyte leakage and
short-circuiting, heed the following points.
≥
Do not peel off the covering on batteries and do not
use if the covering has been peeled off.
≥
Align the poles
+
and
-
correctly when inserting the
batteries.
≥
Do not mix different types or of batteries or old and
new batteries.
≥
Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the
unit for a long time.
≥
Do not throw into fire, short-circuit, disassemble, or
subject to excessive heat.
≥
Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries.
≥
Do not allow metal objects to touch the battery termi-
nals as this may cause short-circuiting which is dan-
gerous.
≥
When carrying batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure no
metal objects such as necklaces are placed together
with them. Contact with metal may cause short-circuit-
ing which can cause a fire. For safety, carry the
rechargeable batteries in the battery carrying case.
When driving a car
I
n the interest of traffic safety, do not operate the unit
while driving.
∫
Selection
As a safety precaution, the portable CD players made
by Panasonic are constructed so it is impossible to
recharge ordinary batteries.
Only batteries especially designed for this unit can be
recharged.
≥
Special rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries:
P-3GAVA/2B (set of 2)
≥
Special nickel-metal hydride rechargeable bat-
teries:
HHR-4AHA/2B (set of 2)
For details, check with your dealer.
≥
If rechargeable battery play time is short after recharg-
ing, the batteries have reached the end of their service
life. Replace them with the recommended replace-
ments.
≥
Play time may be shorter than usual after recharging
batteries for the first time or after they have been un-
used for a long time. Repeatedly recharge and dis-
charge the batteries if this occurs to restore them to
normal.
Ordinary dry cell
batteries/rechargeable
batteries
Special rechargeable
batteries
Discontinue use if you experience discomfort with
the headphones or earphones. Continued use may
cause rashes or other allergic reactions.
Selection and care of rechargeable /dry cell batteries
Batteries
used
2 “AA” (LR6)
alkaline
batteries
2 “AAA” (LR03)
alkaline
batteries
2 rechargeable
Ni-Cd batteries
(P-3GAVA/2B)
2 nickel-metal
hydride
rechargeable
batteries
(HHR-4AHA/2B)
CD
25
7
13
7
RADIO
75
21
30
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